First
Communion is celebrated at St. Mark each year when our members who are 10 years old participate in an overnight retreat and learn about Holy Communion. Each year the participants paint their own chalice, form their own beeswax candle, make a group banner, bake communion bread for Sunday worship services, and reenact the Last Supper in a drama.

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SERVICE
OPPORTUNITY

We are
in need of Worship Technicians. If anyone feels that they would like to serve in this manner please contact the church office
at (708) 448-6555.

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Developing and promoting youth activities is an important part of our church. The church offers
several activities for our younger members.

Sunday
School is held at 8:55am in Koetz Hall every Sunday from September through May for ages 3 (potty trained) through
12. (Call the church office for more information (708) 448-6555)

This is the time of year these students are attending confirmation, this small
group focuses on: today's issues that teens are facing, developing peer support, enhancing their Christian worldview, and reinforcing God's direction in their lives.

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CONFIRMATION CLASSES 7:00pm Wednesday's,
beginning September and going through May.

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR -

CONFIRMATION RETREAT
- To be announced.

Rehearsal Date - 6
to 6:30pm (Date TBA)

Confirmation Service - 10:00am (Date: TBA)

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Every year on Good Friday there is an
Easter Egg Hunt from 9:05am to 9:45am for children ages preschool through thrid grade.

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Annual Pet Blessing

September
2018, Saturday @ 10am - Date and place To Be Determined.

All pets are welcome (even the stuffed ones). A leash or carrying case will be
needed. Be sure to bring a donation for the local animal shelter.